easy French Onion Soup Brioche Toppers
French Onion Soup Brioche Toppers combine caramelized onions, savory beef broth, buttery brioche, and melted Gruyère cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 brioche buns halved
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cups sliced onions
- 5 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons white grape juice mixed with ½ teaspoon white wine vinegar halal-friendly substitute
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup shredded Gruyère cheese
Instructions
- Melt the butter and olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
- Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they become soft, golden, and caramelized, about 25–30 minutes.
- Stir in the beef broth, white grape juice mixture, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for another 30 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Preheat the broiler.
- Ladle the French Onion Soup Brioche Toppers mixture into oven-safe ramekins or soup bowls.
- Place one brioche bun half on top of each bowl.
- Sprinkle evenly with Gruyère and Parmesan cheese.
- Broil for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly, melted, and lightly golden.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Swiss cheese can substitute for Gruyère.
- Serve alongside a crisp green salad.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or thyme.
- Use homemade beef broth for even deeper flavor.